Cybersecurity Engineer

Vets Hired•Camp Pendleton, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for securing, monitoring, and maintaining IT infrastructure and C5ISR systems by implementing cybersecurity controls, conducting vulnerability assessments, responding to cyber incidents, and ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) cybersecurity standards. The role supports engineering, testing, and sustainment activities while protecting critical systems from evolving cyber threats.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of cybersecurity experience.
Experience with malware analysis, digital forensics, and intrusion detection.
Experience using tools such as FTK, Wireshark, Autopsy, or similar.
Experience developing code with Python, Lua, C/C++, Ruby, or similar languages.
IAT Level I Certification (Level II or III preferred).
Active Secret Security Clearance.
Strong knowledge of DoD cybersecurity standards, vulnerability management, and security operations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or equivalent (preferred).

Responsibilities

Recommend and implement hardware, software, and network security solutions.
Administer, configure, and support secure IT infrastructure.
Implement and maintain STIG checklists across multiple technologies.
Review Windows, Linux, Cloud, network, and application security configurations.
Perform ACAS vulnerability scans and generate remediation reports.
Continuously monitor system security posture and respond to security changes.
Provide daily cybersecurity operational support.
Create and track audit reports, metrics, and compliance documentation.
Support cyber incident investigations and breach analysis.
Develop, maintain, and implement cybersecurity policies and procedures.
Analyze security data to identify indicators of compromise.
Prepare technical reports with findings and security recommendations.
Stay current on cyber threats, attack techniques, and detection methods.
Develop automation scripts using PowerShell, JavaScript, or Python.
Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to resolve security issues and improve system protection.